MlA Mandal acquitted in murder case
Bhadrak: Dhamanagar BJD MlA Muktikant Mandal and his group members were acquittal in the Chhunchia murder case on Saturday. ADJ Anup Chandan acquitted Mandal and others accused persons due to lack of witness and proof. Mandal said he is innocent, but his political adversaries had plotted against him. “lastly, I got proper justice from the judiciary and God; and I am very happy now,” he said.
Ganjam Muslim body distributes free books
Brahmapur: As every year, the Ganjam Muslim Culture Association in Khaja Street at Brahmapur organised a free book distribution programme for Classes-IX and X Odia medium students on Saturday. local Corporator Mamata Bisoyi was chief guest. A total of 43 Class-IX students and 33 Class-X students got books free of cost. Bisoyi spoke about the value and essence of education to inspire the students belonging to both Hindu and Muslim communities. Among others, association secretary Rahim Khan, executive secretary Mohammad Saquil, chairman Sayed Ismail, deputy chairman Haji Sayed Mumtaz and treasurer AK Jillan were present.
Steps taken to prevent Phatua disease
Balanga: The Animal Husbandry Department has taken various steps to prevent Phatua (foot and mouth) disease of cattle in the Balanga aera. An expert team of the animal disease control centre of Phulunakhra visited villages and collected blood samples of affected cattle. The department has deployed veterinary doctors and livestock inspectors in the concerned villages for treatment of affected cattle.
one killed, 1 injured as bus falls off bridge
Bargarh: A person was killed and another sustained injuries as a bus fell off a bridge at Panichhatar Chowk here on Saturday. The mishap occurred as the driver tried to save a biker which came in front of the bus all of a sudden. The deceased was identified as Debendra Meher of Singhapali village in Bargarh block.